Point out that the characters in the book are just like you and just as bravely moving on to their new bed.
Transition crib to toddler bed.
This is a smaller sized bed that uses a crib mattress instead of a twin sized mattress.
If a child is comfortable in a crib there s no reason to move to a bed just because your child turns two or even three doesn t mean it s time to make the switch.
Begin the transition one to two months before the new baby is due to arrive assuming that your toddler is at least 18 months old says dr.
Just like with other major baby or toddler milestones the transition from a crib to a toddler bed also comes in a range of ages.
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While most little ones begin transitioning to a big kid bed somewhere between ages 2 3 there really are no rules about making the switch.
If your toddler is young consider transitioning to a toddler bed with rails.
In fact it s best to wait until your toddler is at least two to transition to a toddler bed or a twin but the closer your child is to three the better.
A convertible crib that turns into a toddler bed with the removal of the front panel can make the change seem less drastic to a toddler.
Find a few books about the big move and share them with your toddler.
While some toddlers are able to switch into a bed around 18 months.
By getting your older child comfortably situated.